Director of Logistics

Job Description

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Logistics to lead all logistics, warehousing, material stores, inventory management, transportation, and ERP-enabled supply chain execution activities for the Tempe Aerospace site. This role is responsible for ensuring the efficient flow of materials throughout the manufacturing and distribution network while supporting operational excellence, inventory accuracy, customer delivery performance, and regulatory compliance.

The Director of Logistics will provide leadership for Material Stores operations, logistics planning, inventory control, warehouse management, transportation, and ERP process governance. This leader will collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, Finance, Quality, and IT teams to optimize material flow and drive continuous improvement across the site.

A strong background in ERP systems leadership and implementation is required, with demonstrated experience leveraging ERP platforms to improve inventory visibility, transaction accuracy, planning effectiveness, and operational performance.

Responsibilities

Logistics & Material Stores Leadership

• Lead all site logistics operations, including receiving, warehousing, material stores, inventory control, material handling, shipping, and transportation activities.
• Ensure efficient material flow from receiving through production and final shipment.
• Direct Material Stores teams to maintain inventory accuracy, material availability, and production support requirements.
• Establish and monitor warehouse capacity, storage strategies, material replenishment processes, and logistics performance metrics.
• Develop and execute logistics strategies that support operational growth, customer delivery commitments, and cost objectives.
  
  

Supply Chain & Inventory Management

• Drive inventory optimization initiatives while maintaining service levels and production continuity.
• Ensure effective execution of cycle counting, inventory audits, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Partner with Procurement, Planning, and Operations teams to improve material availability and reduce shortages.
• Lead inventory reduction, excess and obsolete inventory management, and working capital improvement initiatives.
• Implement best practices in inventory accuracy, warehouse management, and material traceability.
  
  

ERP & Systems Leadership

• Serve as the site logistics leader for ERP-related processes, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate execution of inventory transactions, material movements, warehouse processes, and supply chain data management within ERP systems.
• Lead ERP implementation, upgrade, integration, and optimization projects related to logistics and inventory management.
• Partner with Digital, IT, and Supply Chain leadership teams to improve system utilization and business process effectiveness.
• Establish system controls and compliance standards that support inventory integrity and operational excellence.
  
  

Operational Excellence

• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives across logistics and warehouse operations.
• Develop KPIs and dashboards to monitor logistics performance, including:
• Inventory Accuracy
• On-Time Delivery
• Warehouse Productivity
• Logistics Cost
• Cycle Count Performance
• Material Availability
• ERP Transaction Accuracy
• Identify and eliminate process bottlenecks to improve efficiency and customer responsiveness.
  

Leadership & Talent Development

• Build, develop, and lead high-performing teams across logistics and material stores functions.
• Establish accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory performance.
• Coach managers and supervisors on operational leadership, employee development, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, engagement, and operational excellence.
  
  

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with Honeywell policies, aerospace industry requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Maintain adherence to inventory control, export compliance, transportation, and warehouse safety requirements.
• Lead risk mitigation strategies related to material availability, logistics disruptions, and inventory accuracy.
  
  

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in logistics, warehouse operations, materials management, or supply chain leadership.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience managing large teams in a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
• Demonstrated ERP leadership experience (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) required.
• Experience leading Material Stores, inventory management, and warehouse operations.
• Strong knowledge of logistics, inventory control, material flow, and supply chain processes.
• Experience managing KPI-driven operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proven financial acumen and experience managing operational budgets.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and change management skills.
  
  

WE VALUE

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing experience.
• SAP S/4HANA experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent certification.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, or related supply chain certification.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations, conversions, or major system transformations.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strategic Supply Chain Leadership
• ERP Systems Expertise
• Inventory and Warehouse Management
• Material Stores Operations
• Operational Excellence
• Lean Manufacturing
• Stakeholder Management
• Change Leadership
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Financial and Business Acumen
• Team Development and Coaching
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  
  

Success Measures

The Director Of Logistics Will Be Evaluated On

• Inventory accuracy performance
• On-time customer delivery
• Material availability to production
• Warehouse productivity and efficiency
• Working capital and inventory reduction targets
• ERP data accuracy and transaction compliance
• Logistics cost management
• Employee engagement and retention
• Safety and quality performance
• Continuous improvement results
  
  

This position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the Tempe Aerospace site's supply chain execution supports business growth, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.